Piode

Within Piedmont's Vercelli province, the small municipality of Piode, home to 191 residents, is where specific environmental conditions foster distinct culinary identities. The high Valsesia's unique alpine flora contributes to products like Genepì del Piemonte IG, an aromatic spirit with a controlled production area spanning 284 municipalities. Among the 13 protected denominations found here, Piode's pastures also contribute to the character of Toma Piemontese DOP, a revered cheese. This locale demonstrates how precise microclimates and centuries-old practices converge to yield specialties highly valued on the international stage.